Statutes are laws that apply to all citizens and cover a variety of topics, including the following: the legislature, the executive branch, state departments, the judiciary and courts, tax policy, public safety and police authority, towns, cities, counties, commerce and trade, private property and private rights, civil injuries and remedies, and crimes against people and property and the penalties associated with them.

Minnesota Statute 245C outlines the requirements for background studies in licensed programs. A background check must be completed on all applicants, caregivers, and household members age 13 and older. One may be required for household members age 10-12 when there is reasonable cause. A background check is also required if a person will have unsupervised contact with the children in care.

Category: Family Services Family Child Care, Family Services Background Study